How To Fix BRAIN183 - Error while reading table &1 (field &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BRAIN -

• Message number: 183

• Message text: Error while reading table &1 (field &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BRAIN183 - Error while reading table &1 (field &2) ?

  The SAP error message BRAIN183, which states "Error while reading table &1 (field &2)," typically occurs in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) or SAP BI (Business Intelligence) when there is an issue accessing a specific database table or field. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Table or Field Does Not Exist: The specified table (&1) or field (&2) may not exist in the database.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified table or field.
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be issues with the database connection, such as network problems or database server downtime.
  Data Model Changes: Changes in the data model, such as renaming or deleting fields or tables, can lead to this error.
  Corrupted Data: The data in the specified table may be corrupted or inconsistent, leading to read errors.
  Incorrect Query or Report Configuration: The query or report that is trying to access the table may be incorrectly configured.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Table and Field Existence: Verify that the specified table and field exist in the database. You can do this using transaction codes like SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the table and field. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Authorization Check) after the error occurs.
  Database Connection: Check the database connection settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the database server is up and running and that there are no network issues.
  Data Model Review: If there have been recent changes to the data model, review those changes to ensure that they are correctly implemented and that all dependencies are updated.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the data to identify and resolve any corruption issues. This can be done using transaction codes like RSA1 (Data Warehousing Workbench) for BW.
  Query/Report Configuration: Review the configuration of the query or report that is generating the error. Ensure that it is correctly set up to access the intended data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11, SE16, RSA1, and SU53 for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Logs and Traces: Review system logs (SM21) and application logs (SLG1) for more detailed error messages that may provide additional context for the issue.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.